Tyson Fury risks Anthony Joshua mega fight by planning July bout as Kristian Prenga clash nears

Big news is coming out of the boxing world, and it could change everything. Tyson Fury is now being linked with a possible extra fight before his long-awaited clash with Anthony Joshua. The two stars have already agreed to a two-fight deal, with the first bout expected later in 2026. But now, this new move could create problems before the biggest fight finally happens.

According to reports shared by boxing journalist Chris McKenna, Fury might step into the ring again as early as July. That is the same month when Joshua is expected to fight Kristian Prenga in Saudi Arabia. This timing has raised concerns because any issue in Fury’s extra fight could delay or even cancel the main event fans have waited years to see.

Tyson Fury and Anthony Joshua fight plans face risk as Fury considers extra bout before major showdown

The plan looked simple at first. Joshua would take a “warm-up” fight against Kristian Prenga in July. If he wins, the path would be clear for him to finally face Tyson Fury in November. Fans have been waiting for this fight for over a decade, and both sides had finally moved closer to making it real.

But now, Fury’s possible decision has added a new twist. Chris McKenna wrote on X, “Tyson Fury likely to seek fight in July before Anthony Joshua clash later in 2026.” This means both fighters could be active in the same month, which is unusual before such a big showdown.

Fury recently returned to action after a long break. He defeated Arslanbek Makhmudov at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in a one-sided fight. That win helped him get back into rhythm. Taking another fight could help him stay sharp both mentally and physically.

However, the risk is clear. One bad cut, a small injury, or even a surprise loss could ruin everything. That is why fans and experts are worried about this decision. The fight between Fury and Joshua is not just another match. It is one of the biggest possible events in boxing right now.

On the other side, Joshua is also preparing for his return. His upcoming fight against Prenga will be his first since a tough period in his life. Reports mention he was involved in a serious car crash in Nigeria, which sadly took the lives of two of his close friends, Latif Ayodele and Sina Ghami. Stepping back into the ring after that makes this moment even more emotional for him.

Right now, both fighters are moving forward with their own plans. But everything depends on how the next few months play out. One small change could decide whether this long-awaited fight finally happens or gets pushed back again.



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